In oil-rich New Mexico, officials restrict new drilling
Decisions by federal and state officials last week will limit where New Mexico’s powerful oil and gas industry is able
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Environment
The environment is facing a multitude of challenges and has a lot of focus today, many of which are caused by human activity. Climate change, caused by the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation, is one of the biggest challenges facing the planet. The burning of fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, into the atmosphere, which trap heat and cause the Earth’s temperature to rise. This leads to more severe weather events, rising sea levels, and changes to global ecosystems.
Another major environmental challenge is pollution. Air pollution, caused by the burning of fossil fuels and industrial activity, is responsible for millions of premature deaths each year. Water pollution, caused by agricultural runoff, industrial waste, and sewage, harms aquatic life and makes water sources unsafe for human consumption. Land pollution, caused by improper waste disposal, can lead to soil contamination and harm to plants and animals.
Biodiversity loss is another major environmental challenge. Habitat destruction, caused by human activities such as logging, farming, and urbanization, is leading to the extinction of many species. This loss of biodiversity can have serious impacts on ecosystems and the services they provide, such as pollination and pest control.
In addition to these challenges, there are also other environmental issues such as overfishing, overconsumption, and deforestation which need to be addressed.
Tackling these challenges will require a combination of individual and collective actions. Governments, businesses and citizens need to take responsibility and take actions to reduce their environmental impact. This can include transitioning to renewable energy, reducing waste and consumption, protecting biodiversity, and investing in sustainable development.
It’s clear that the environment is facing a lot of challenges, but it’s important to remember that we have the power to make a positive change. We can take actions to reduce our environmental impact, and to advocate for policies and practices that will help to protect the planet for future generations.
As ocean oxygen levels dip, fish face an uncertain future
This story was originally published by Yale Environment 360 and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Off the coast of
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‘Lost national park’ revealed as Lake Powell reaches record low
If you want to see the Colorado River change in real time, head to Lake Powell. At the nation’s second-largest
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Another climate tipping point to worry about: Plankton
Rising temperatures could transform plankton and other tiny aquatic organisms into a huge source of carbon emissions, a little-known —
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The landmark trial that could determine who pays to rid America’s drinking water of PFAS
This story was co-published with Fast Company. David Peters’s nightmare began on a Monday in the spring of 2016, just
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The global plastics treaty can fight climate change — if it reduces plastic production
During the second round of negotiations for a global plastics treaty in Paris this week, diplomats have clashed over competing
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Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there — unless you’re a California homeowner
Across the country, the climate crisis is wreaking havoc on insurance markets. As climate change fuels more intense storms and
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Erosion and sea-level rise are coming for their Louisiana home. They’re staying anyway.
Donald and Theresa Dardar live in Pointe-aux-Chenes, Louisiana, a small coastal community home to the Pointe-au-Chien Tribe. Rising seas, sinking
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HUD program for climate change doesn’t go far enough
This story was supported by the Economic Hardship Reporting Project. A new government program aims to tackle climate change upgrades in
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Nicole Horseherder: Taking on big coal to protect Navajo water – full transcript
This is Season 3 Episode 6 of Grist’s Temperature Check podcast, featuring first person stories of crucial pivot points on the
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